By John Q. Hosedrinker 
Following reports, Andrew Cuomo intends to remain in the New York City mayoral race despite losing the Democratic primary to Zohran Mamdani, who is a Democratic socialist. Cuomo, retaining his spot on the “Fight & Deliver” ballot line, may challenge Mamdani and Mayor Eric Adams in the fall as an independent. Mamdani, backed by figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, stated that the voters’ decision on Tuesday night was more important than Cuomo’s plans. The upcoming election is set for November 4, 2025.
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Zohran Mamdani’s reaction to Andrew Cuomo reportedly staying in the mayor’s race, as reported, is a response that seems to acknowledge the situation without overtly expressing concern. It’s a cool demeanor, the type that understands the long game. When asked about the possibility of a re-do, Mamdani’s simple response, “We did it once and it turned out pretty well,” suggests a quiet confidence in his own campaign and the support he’s garnered. It also conveys a sense of having faced this challenge already, and emerged with a victory.
Cuomo’s team, according to sources, appears to be banking on the general electorate being more receptive to his candidacy than the primary voters were. The implication is that they believe they can rely on support that overlooks issues raised during the primary. This strategy is perceived by many as a move that could rely on the support of Republicans, who might be less concerned about allegations of harassment or the handling of issues.
There is a sense of frustration in the air, a feeling that the “old guard” isn’t willing to step aside and give way to new voices. Some see Cuomo’s continued presence in the race as an attempt to split the vote, potentially enabling a candidate from the opposing party to win. The feeling is that if the party actively supports Cuomo, it would be a clear sign that they value power over progress, leading to demands for complete leadership overhaul.
The discussions also touch upon the hypocrisy perceived within the Democratic Party. Centrist Democrats are criticized for supposedly expecting progressives to fall in line while not offering the same level of support in return. A common sentiment is that these centrists would rather lose to a Republican than see a progressive candidate succeed.
The general mood leans towards cynicism and distrust of the establishment. There’s a clear sense that the Democratic Party is being undermined by its own internal conflicts, and that Cuomo’s actions are a continuation of the status quo. The fear is that this kind of internal strife could ultimately hurt the party in the midterms, possibly alienating voters who are looking for change.
Moreover, the discussion touches on the game-theory dynamics of the election, particularly the impact of ranked-choice voting. The fact that Cuomo appears to be running despite losing the primary also brings up questions of entitlement and a disregard for the democratic process.
The central question is, why is Cuomo even running again? It’s implied that Cuomo is doing this with another candidate in mind, causing voters to question his motives. There are also concerns about the Democratic Party’s willingness to embrace progressives, a sense that they are more interested in maintaining the status quo.
Ultimately, this situation is seen as a test for the Democratic Party. If they fail to unite behind Mamdani and instead support Cuomo, they risk alienating their base and possibly handing the election to the opposition. The feeling is that those who claim to want voters to “vote blue no matter who” need to stay true to their word.
The comments suggest that the whole situation is shameful and that Cuomo is a sore loser. It also seems to indicate a belief that establishment Democrats may be willing to accept a Republican victory rather than allow a progressive candidate to win. The consensus is that Cuomo should just “fuck off.”